Author: Kean Doherty

by Kean Doherty

Northern Rollers Dominate Eastern Split with 7-2 Record

After a so-so 2023 season, the revamped Rollers came out gunning at the 2024 Eastern Split, topping the table with seven wins, against just two losses. Joining returnees Jessica Kawamoto and Corey Osborne are Matty Stodola (Pronghorns), Casey Rodgers (Rush), Ryan Torresin (4th overall pick, 2024) and Tara Di Giuseppe (19th overall, 2024). Kawamoto and […]
by Kean Doherty

Prairie Pronghorns Start Eastern Split Strong, Finish with 5-4 Mark

While the Sean McCartan-managed Pronghorns jetted out to a 4-1 mark in the Eastern Split, they ran out of gas later, dropping three of four. Nonetheless, returning veterans Kim Brent (10-6 in eight matches, one Player of the Match) and Brad Chapman (9-7 in eight matches, three Player of the Match) ensured they will be […]
by Kean Doherty

West Coast Wolverines Close Out with 4-5 Record After Losing First Four Matches

On paper, this year’s edition of the Wolverines looks very formidable. The Mike Hamilton led squad proved it, roaring back with four wins in five matches after dropping four straight to begin the Eastern Split. Leading the team on the Open side are returning vets Haddow Thul (6-6 in six matches), Joel Pelletier (9-3 in […]
by Kean Doherty

Defending Champion Toronto United Start Slowly, Finish 4-5 with a Flourish

After an outstanding championship season in 2023, United seemed positioned to do very well at the inaugural event of the 2024 campaign. However, even with three solid returning vets they managed to open with three straight losses, before salvaging a decent showing with a 4-2 mark the rest of the way. Leading the way for […]
by Kean Doherty

East Toronto Smash Start Eastern Split Strong, Fade a Bit En Route to 4-5 Record

Having re-signed three solid Pickleballers from their 2023 squad, things were looking good for the East Toronto Smash going into the Eastern Split. And from the outset, they were good, winning three in a row against Vancouver, the Wolverines, and the Brewers after losing to the Lions in their first game. Returning to the fold […]
by Kean Doherty

Re-tooled Vancouver Rush Compete Hard but Win Just One Match in 2024 Eastern Split

There may not have been much to crow about for the Vancouver Rush at the Eastern Split, however they did beat a tough Prairie Pronghorns team for their only victory. General Manager Warren Forsythe will have much to review, but also blocks to build from, including re-signed veterans Brett Forsythe (6-12 in nine matches) and […]